a side ofsocialSOCIAL MEDIA & CREATIVE

THE PERSON BEHIND THE RECIPE

Creative instincts.
Real-world experience.

I’m Amanda Torres, the creative behind A Side of Social in Hampton Roads who believes the best marketing gives people a feel for your business before they ever walk through the door.

Amanda Torres smiling outside a Hampton restaurant, holding a cocktail and a drink tray

A LITTLE ABOUT ME

I understand the business
behind the brand.

My background spans hospitality, property management, website design, and digital content. I’ve created social content for restaurants and real estate, built a website for a mobile bartending business, and helped people learn tools like Canva.

That experience shapes how I work: practical ideas, a clear message, and visuals that show what makes a business worth knowing.

I’m drawn to brands with personality—the neighborhood favorites, the memorable experiences, and the people doing something their own way.

HOW I APPROACH IT

01 /

Keep it authentic.

Your real products, people, and personality deserve the spotlight.

02 /

Make it intentional.

Every piece should give someone something to feel, understand, or do.

03 /

Stay collaborative.

Clear communication and a defined scope keep the creative process moving.

SOMETHING GOOD STARTS HERE

Let’s make your business
hard to scroll past.

Tell me what you’re building. We’ll find the right way to show it off.

Let’s cook up a plan ↗